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A Woodland Wedding

Friday, November 4th, 2011

Woodland BrideI can’t help but to show off an AMAZING photo shoot designed by one of our preffered vendors Polka Dots & Daisies and one of our past Florists Amanda with Branches Floral. They were featured in a national blog, and I can see why… the pictures are absolutely breathtaking!! I love the theme and feel to all of this. To view all the pictures from this photo shoot click on this link… http://www.weddingchicks.com/2011/11/03/woodland-wedding-decorations/

I believe this is the year of going “natural” and is in fact the theme I am going with for next years bridal show. I am calling it Rustic Elegance. Put it on your calendars January 28th!! I truly can’t wait to see this theme “come alive” in our beautiful Tuscan building.

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Wedding Song Blog

Friday, March 5th, 2010

One of the most common questions I receive as a Utah wedding planner is what music to use for a ceremony? My first answer to this is to choose music that is special to you as a couple because this is what makes your day memorable. Music sets the tone and mood for your wedding ceremony and allows you to express your feelings for each other so don’t be afraid to be creative. But if narrowing down the selection is still posing a challenge, here are some suggestions for you:

Wedding Planning Timeline

Monday, December 28th, 2009

When you are planning your wedding day, there are lots of things to consider as far as the timeline goes. Every Utah bride has a list of the things she wants to do, including the traditions like cutting the cake, the first dance, etc. Brides are often at a loss, however, as to when they should do what! So here are some recommendations based on our experience here at The Canterbury Place:

Wedding Registry 101

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009

Registries are no longer about china patterns and gravy boats. More and more couples are throwing expectations to the wind and are registering with retailers that reflect their lifestyle more than their Tupperware drawer. While it’s your big day, it’s important to consider your guests while putting together your gift registry. Here are some registry ideas and common registry etiquette to help you along the way.

Wedding Dresses to Fit Your Body Type

Monday, December 21st, 2009

One of the biggest decisions you will make on your wedding day is what dress to get! A dress can be very tricky, because all though there may be certain styles that you love, it may not necessarily be the most flattering for your body type. Here are some tips to consider while looking for you wedding dress.

Top Wedding Day Tips

Wednesday, December 16th, 2009
  1. Plan appointments out well. Be generous in the amount of time you give yourself to get from place to place. Delays happen, and if you gave yourself wiggle room to begin with, it won’t be a problem when they come up.
  2. Pack a little emergency bag the night before: bobby pins, sewing kits, hairspray, touch-up make-up, more comfortable shoes in case your heels start to kill you… That way, if any glitches pop up, you’ll be good to go.
  3. Don’t be afraid to recruit family members’ and friends’ help! You can assign several different people things to remember so no one has too much on their plates. That’s what maids of honor and bridesmaids are for!
  4. Make sure you have something to eat before the reception! There is a good chance that you won’t be able to eat for awhile.
  5. Make sure you take the time to eat something at your reception! You’ve been planning and talking about this food for months, and you deserve to have some! If you absolutely don’t have time, have a family member or the caterers make up a box that you can take with you.
  6. Make sure you set aside plenty of time to take pictures. These are what will stay with you forever, and you will never regret the extra time you allotted to take them.
  7. Put your honeymoon luggage in the trunk of your getaway car the night before so you won’t even have to think about it the next day! If you are making your getaway in a limo or a rented car, then assign a family member to be in charge of the luggage.
  8. Don’t sweat the small stuff. A wedding is a huge event, and there’s bound to be a glitch somewhere. So if you’re brother gets caught in traffic and you have to hold up the ceremony or you get a grass stain on your dress while taking the pictures- just let it go. You want your wedding day to be the happiest, most memorable day of your life and the way to do that is by relaxing, having fun, and not sweating the small stuff.
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Tips for Invitation Wording

Monday, December 14th, 2009

Invitations can be a stressful part of wedding planning. Coming up with the wording for the invitation can be especially hard. Here are a few tips from our experience:

Florals as Focals

Monday, December 7th, 2009

Recently at The Canterbury Place, we’ve had some pretty fabulous florals that we’d like to share with you! Our premier vendor, Stacie, of La Belle Fleur truly out-does herself every time!

Your flowers should be one of the focals of your event; your main décor even. These brides definitely felt that way! While they used fabulous linens, they kept them all very neutral, so the brightest colors in their scheme manifested themselves only in their flowers. Essentially, the linens acted as a frame to their most exquisite décor. One thing we’ve definitely found with planning weddings is that you don’t need to splash all of your colors everywhere. It’s good to have a base color, and then put your boldest colors where they will really pop, such as in stunning florals.

How to Get a Marriage License

Friday, December 4th, 2009

You go to receive your marriage license at the county clerks office. The marriage license is only valid for 30 days, so make sure that you don’t go more than a month before your wedding date.

You do not have to be a resident of Utah to get a marriage license in Utah. Most counties in Utah, however, will require that both of you be present to get the license. When you get there, you will be asked to present a form of I.D. This could be a driver’s license, a passport, or a birth certificate. You will also be asked your social security number, your parents’ names (including your mother’s maiden name), parents’ birthplaces, and your permanent addresses.

Bridals and Groomals

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Bridals are a trend that have been incorporated into the wedding “must-haves” for quite some time now… and for good reason. First of all, it allows you to show off your amazing wedding dress for years to come. Second of all, it gives you the chance to wear the most expensive piece of clothing you will probably ever buy more than once. We love it when a bride brings in a big 16×20 of pure fabulousness.